Cost Management Director Power Sector Specialist United Arab Emirates

Client > Management Consulting Company in the need to staff multiple projects with Clients focusing on Procurement activities and Supplier management

Role purpose > The Cost Management Director will lead highimpact cost management initiatives for a key client in the power sector. This role requires deep expertise in cost structures activitybased costing (ABC) and extensive experience in delivering cost optimization projects within the power and utilities industry. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic perspective leveraging their sector knowledge to design and implement scalable frameworks validate cost allocations and identify efficiency opportunities to support the client’s longterm operational and financial goals

Tasks > Lead the design and implementation of cost management strategies tailored to the power sector. Apply advanced ActivityBased Costing (ABC) methodologies to improve cost transparency and validate cost allocation mechanisms. Conduct benchmarking against industry best practices to identify cost optimization opportunities. Identify inefficiencies nonvalueadding activities and potential areas for process improvement or automation. Deliver highquality project outputs including cost models benchmarking studies and strategic recommendations in alignment with project timelines and client expectations. Perform detailed analyses of cost drivers across operational and support functions. Develop robust financial and operational models to evaluate current cost structures and identify areas for scalability. Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and reports that distill complex analyses into actionable insights

Requisites > Bachelor’s degree in Finance Economics Engineering Business or a related field (mandatory). Consulting attitude; Minimum 9 – 10 years of experience in cost management with a proven track record in the power and utilities sector. Extensive experience with ActivityBased Costing (ABC) cost allocation frameworks and industry benchmarking. Handson experience managing multiple cost optimization projects with demonstrated success in delivering results in complex operational environments; Master’s degree or MBA preferred but not required. Advanced proficiency in Excel PowerPoint and financial modelling tools. Familiarity with data visualization and cost management software (e.g. Power BI Anaplan SAP or Oracle Hyperion).

Workload/Location> Fulltime Abu Dhabi on ground

Startdate > Immediate need > the Candidate needs to give availability within 1520 days after Engagement Confirmation Letter

Period of engagement > 6 months potential hiring

Rate > able to attract more qualified candidates